24demerits
CASCADES AT NORTHLAKE
9840 LONGVIEW CLUB LN, Charlotte, NC 28216
Year-Round Swimming Pool · NC permit/State ID 2060530458
Latest result24 demerits
Last inspectedSep 30, 2026
Inspections on record16
On record sinceJun 6, 2018
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Jun 6, 2018Lower is betterSep 30, 2026
Inspections & violations
Sep 30, 2026 24 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: POOL IS NOT APPROVED FOR NIGHT SWIMMING. SIGNS GIVE THE CLOSING TIME OF THE POOL AS 8PM DEPENDING ON THE SIGN. THE POOL CANNOT BE OPEN FOR SWIMMING AFTER SUNSET OR BEFORE SUNRISE. CHANGE THE SIGNS TO REFLECT THIS, FOR EXAMPLE THEY COULD READ “POOL OPEN FOR SWIMMING FROM DAWN TO DUSK” OR “POOL OPEN FOR SWIMMING FROM SUNRISE TO SUNSET”.
NOTE: SALT NOT APPROVED FOR PRIMARY CHLORINATION
UPON ARRIVAL IT WAS NOTED THAT THE AUTOMATIC FEEDER SYSTEM DID NOT APPEAR TO BE POWERED ON. IT WAS ALSO NOTED THAT THE EROSION FEEDER APPEARED DAMAGED BEYOND PROPER USE DUE TO SOME MANNER OF CRUSHING. ENSURE THAT THE AUTOMATIC FEEDER SYSTEM WORKS, THAT THE AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF FOR THE FEEDER WORKS, AND THAT THE AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF CAN BE TESTED TO DEMONSTRATE THAT IT WORKS. I.T.S. ISSUED, DEADLINE IS 10/30/2026. CONTACT C. ELMORE AT 704-507-6814 WHEN CORRECTIONS ARE MADE.
IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED THAT THE DAMAGED BACK-UP EROSION FEEDER IS REPLACED WITH A PROPER NSF COMPLIANT REPLACEMENT.
CHLORINE CANNOT BE ADDED TO THE POOL BY HAND TO CORRECT LOW CHLORINE FOR OPERATION. CHLORINE MAY ONLY BE ADDED DIRECTLY TO THE POOL FOR SHOCK OR MAINTENANCE PURPOSES WHEN THE POOL IS CLOSED AND IS TO REMAIN CLOSED UNTIL THE SHOCK CHEMICALS HAVE SETTLED OUT AND THE POOL CHLORINE RESIDUAL IS BACK TO BEING MAINTAINED BY THE CHLORINE FEEDER SYSTEM.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
pH 6.9 .2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. - Corrected to 7.4.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
.2535(11) Provide record keeping including daily records of disinfectant residual, pH, drain cover/grate inspections, pool water maintenance, and temperature, if applicable.
.2535(11) Provide weekly recordings for cyanuric acid and total alkalinity.
.2535 (11) The pool operator shall inspect the pool at least daily and maintain written records.
Observed gaps in the pool record log book where data is being missed. Ensure that the log book records is kept properly everyday the pool is open for swimming.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
.2530(a) Lifesaving equipment includes body hook and pole and USCG approved ring buoy with required rope length. Observed ring buoy to have rope that was no longer attached. Rope was reattached and made to be the proper length for this pool. (45 feet).
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Deck chair too close to pool edge. .2522(a) Provide 6 ft of clear walking space around the pool at all times. - Corrected.
Offsets > 1/2 inches between deck and coping. .2537(2) Decks shall be kept free of trip hazards or offsets greater than 1/2" due to deterioration or changes from original deck profile. The deck has sections that appear to be sinking. They are not greater than 1/2 inch yet, but they need to be corrected before they become worse.
#23 · Equipment room: chlorine or bromine automatic feeders that meet NSF Standard 50 −4
.2535(6) Automatic chlorine and bromine, and acid feeder pumps shall be automatically prevented from operating when the circulation pump is not in operation.
The feeder system did not appear to be powered upon arrival. It was powered up during the inspection, but it was unclear if it had automatic shut off as it was not able to be clearly demonstrated during the inspection. Ensure the automatic feeder system is working properly, and determine how the automatic shut off can be tested during a no-flow state of the system while the feeder is still powered up. -Intent to Suspend Issued. Deadline is 10/30/2026. Failure to correct the issues by that date may result in the closure of the pool. Contact C. Elmore at 704-507-6814 when corrections are made.
Mar 26, 2026 12 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with CPO Patrick Calvin and CPO Gerardo Ozoria.
Verified items from last inspection were corrected. Conducted inspection.
New liquid chlorine system not yet hooked up. Once installed, ensure system automatically shuts off when the pump is off.
Large section of pool with offset > 1/2 inches between coping and deck. Prior to 2026 permit being issued, will need to eliminate the trip hazard by making the offset < 1/2 inches. If any work is done around ladders or handrails, will need an electrical permit and passing inspection from Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
One ladders loose. .2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Back gate catches on sidewalk. .2528(a) Access gates shall swing away from the pool and be self-latching, self-closing. - Corrected.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Deck chair too close to pool edge. .2522(a) Provide 6 ft of clear walking space around the pool at all times. - Corrected.
Offsets > 1/2 inches between deck and coping. .2537(2) Decks shall be kept free of trip hazards or offsets greater than 1/2" due to deterioration or changes from original deck profile. - Will need to address prior to 2026 pool permit being issued.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
One faucet loose in men’s restroom. .2526(m) Keep restrooms and fixtures clean and in good repair.
Out of toilet paper in men’s restroom. Two stalls with damaged toilet paper dispensers in women’s restroom. .2526(l) Provide toilet paper and dispensers in restrooms.
Sep 10, 2025 22 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with CPO Gerardo Ozoria.
Emergency phone line fuzzy. Recommend having Kings III check the emergency phone.
Some no diving and depth markers on pool deck cracked. Maintain in good condition.
Offsets primarily where coping meets deck up to 1”. .2537(2) Decks shall be kept free of trip hazards or offsets greater than 1/2" due to deterioration or changes from original deck profile. - Must be corrected prior to 2026 permit being issued.
Filter pressure high after a backwash, 3 HP pump, flow meter reading 102 GPM. There is also a Jandy valve on return line. Recommend having a pool company check filtration system.
Intent to suspend issued
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#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
pH 8.4. .2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. - Corrected to 7.4.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Water level below some of the skimmers. .2518(k) Water level shall be maintained above the level of the overflow trough on gutter. - Corrected.
Leaves and debris in some of the skimmers. .2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction. - Corrected.
#9 · Pool maintenance: depth markings and no diving markers or signs visible and properly located −4
One depth marker on pool deck cracked and loose. .2523(b) Provide depth markers spaced not to exceed 25 feet when measured along the perimeter of the pool. Maintain legible and in good condition. - Intent to suspend item.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
One ladders loose. .2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Deck chair too close to pool edge. .2522(a) Provide 6 ft of clear walking space around the pool at all times. - Corrected.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
One faucet in men’s and one faucet in women’s restroom not functioning. .2526(m) Keep restrooms and fixtures clean and in good repair.
Two stalls in women’s restroom with broken toilet paper dispensers. .2526(l) Provide toilet paper and dispensers in restrooms.
May 16, 2025 30 demerits · 9 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with CPO Gerardo Ozoria.
Some depth and no diving markers on pool deck cracked. Maintain in good condition.
Some offsets between deck and coping. Maintain deck with no gaps or offsets > 1/2”.
Bubbler at beach spraying water on pool deck. Adjust to keep water from spraying outside the pool. - Corrected.
Intent to suspend issued
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Intent to suspend items must be corrected before 5/31/2025 or permit will be suspended when the current pool permit expires.
Contact Will Harrison (704) 754-2130 for re-inspection once issues have been corrected.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
No total alkalinity, cyanuric acid, main drains checks, or maintenance activities. No weekend checks. .2535(11) Provide record keeping including daily records of disinfectant residual, pH, drain cover/grate inspections, pool water maintenance, and temperature, if applicable. Provide weekly recordings for cyanuric acid and total alkalinity. - Intent to suspend item.
Test kit expired. .2535(10) Provide test kit capable of measuring disinfectant level, cyanuric acid and total alkalinity. - Intent to suspend item.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Missing 1 of 5 weirs. .2518(k) Provide functional weirs.
Some skimmer baskets damaged. .2518(k) Replace missing or damaged skimmer basket. - Intent to suspend item.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
One ladders loose. .2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Gate by fitness center not self-latching. .2528(a) Access gates shall swing away from the pool and be self-latching, self-closing. - Intent to suspend item.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Deck chair too close to pool edge. .2522(a) Provide 6 ft of clear walking space around the pool at all times. - Corrected.
Offset by skimmer lid near main drains. .2537(2) Decks shall be kept free of trip hazards or offsets greater than 1/2" due to deterioration or changes from original deck profile. - Intent to suspend item.
#18 · Premises: lifeguards present or warning signs posted −4
Safety signage missing. .2530(c) Provide "Children should not use the swimming pool without adult supervision. " in 1" lettering. - Intent to suspend item.
Safety signage missing. .2530(c) Provide "Adults should not swim alone. " in 1" lettering. - Intent to suspend item.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Flow meter stuck. .2518(g) Keep flow meter operational. - Intent to suspend item.
Spare pump basket not observed. .2518(e) Provide a spare basket for pump. - Intent to suspend item.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Fan not working in chemical storage room. .2534(3) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in chemical storage room.
Fan not working in pump room. .2533(e) Provide continuous forced ventilation or cross ventilation in pump room.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
One faucet in men’s and one faucet in women’s restroom not functioning. .2526(m) Keep restrooms and fixtures clean and in good repair.
No soap in men’s or women’s restroom. .2526(j) Provide soap and soap dispenser, no glass, at each sink.
Jun 18, 2024 8 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with Swim Club Management staff Jeremy Lourer.
Verified equalizer lines now plastered over at wall and plugged in the skimmer.
Flow meter for chlorinator opaque. Not able to determine flow. Recommend replacing.
Outer rope on ring buoy fraying. Recommend replacing with new US Coast Guard approved ring buoy with attached 45 foot throw rope at least 1/4 inches in diameter.
Some depth and no diving markers cracked on pool deck. Recommend replacing if cracks worsen.
Permit issued
No Night Swimming
Paper permit will be posted on our website in 3-5 business days for your records.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Back gate catches on sidewalk. .2528(a) Access gates shall swing away from the pool and be self-latching, self-closing. - Corrected.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Leak at chlorinator. .2533(d) Pump room floor shall be kept dry and free of standing water.
Some chemicals stored in the pump room. .2534(2) Pools constructed after April 1, 2004 shall provide a separate room for chemical storage meeting Rule .2534.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Faucets loose in men’s restroom. .2526(m) Keep restrooms and fixtures clean and in good repair.
One faucet in men’s and one faucet in women’s restroom not functioning. .2526(m) Keep restrooms and fixtures clean and in good repair.
Out of toilet paper in men’s restroom. .2526(l) Provide toilet paper and dispensers in restrooms.
Jun 4, 2024 24 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with CPO David Johnson.
Not able to test door to clubhouse and all of the gates. Ensure door and gates are self-closing and self-latching.
Pool recently replastered and main drains changed. Verified PDSC information.
Some depth and no diving markers cracked on pool deck. Recommend replacing if cracks worsen.
Pre-permit inspection did not pass
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There is a $100 re-inspection fee that will need to be paid by calling our office (980) 314-1620 prior to scheduling a re-inspection.
#6 · Submerged suction outlets meet ASME/ANSI A112.19.8-2007. Single drains protected. (.2537, .2539) GPM= ____Field verification complete=____ −6
Equalizer lines not abandoned per state guidelines as indicated on approved PDSC form. .2539(c) All pools, prior to permit issuance, shall provide documentation to the Department to verify suction outlet safety compliance. - Pre-permit item.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Skimmer equalizer line plastered over at wall, open in the skimmer. .2518(k) Install skimmer per manufacturer specifications and plug per State requirements. - Pre-permit item.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
48 foot throw rope for ring buoy. .2530(a) Provide 45 foot throw rope for US Coast Guard Approved ring buoy. - Corrected.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Overgrown trees within 6 feet of pool. .2522(a) Provide 6 ft of clear walking space around the pool at all times. - Pre-permit item.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Leak at multiport. .2533(d) Pump room floor shall be kept dry and free of standing water.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Faucets loose in men’s restroom. .2526(m) Keep restrooms and fixtures clean and in good repair.
One faucet in men’s and one faucet in women’s restroom not functioning. .2526(m) Keep restrooms and fixtures clean and in good repair.
Out of toilet paper in men’s restroom. One stall without toilet paper in women’s restroom. .2526(l) Provide toilet paper and dispensers in restrooms.
May 25, 2023 16 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with CPO Rudy Aguila.
New 3.45 THP replacement motor installed on Pentair Challenger CHII-N1-3F pump. Verified electrical permit E4424262 passed inspection today, 5-25-2023.
Some depth and no diving markers cracked on pool deck. Recommend replacing.
Offset between coping and pool deck in places. Maintain gaps and offsets no more than 1/2 inch.
Outer rope on ring buoy fraying. Recommend replacing with new US Coast Guard approved ring buoy.
Permit issued
No Night Swimming
Paper permit will be available on our website https://health.mecknc.gov/envhealth/pools in 3-5 business days for your records.
#2 · Water quality: disinfectant residual provided by −6
0.2 ppm free chlorine. .2535(4) Maintain chlorine at least 1.0 ppm. - Corrected to 3ppm.
#3 · Water quality: pool water pH −6
pH 7.1. .2535(1) Maintain pH at 7.2 to 7.8. - Corrected to 7.2.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
No cyanuric acid checks for the month of May. .2535(11) Provide record keeping including daily records of disinfectant residual, pH, drain cover/grate inspections, pool water maintenance, and temperature, if applicable. Provide weekly recordings for cyanuric acid and total alkalinity. - Corrected. Operator tested today at 30 ppm.
Aug 10, 2022 8 demerits · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with Rudy Aguila.
Rudy is the new CPO for this property. Updated CDP with his information.
Small gap around underwater light. Ensure light is tightly secured.
Paper permit will be available on our website, Meckpools.Charmeck.org in 3-5 business days to print a copy for your records.
Permit issued.
No Night Swimming
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Two ladders loose. .2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
New 60 foot throw rope for ring buoy. .2530(a) Provide 50 foot throw rope for US Coast Guard Approved ring buoy. - Corrected.
Aug 16, 2021 12 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with Manny. Due to COVID-19 precautions, inspection was not signed by the operator.
Pre-permit items from previous inspection have been corrected.
Observed dog feces on pool deck near the shallow end of the pool. Recommend reminding residents that pets are not allowed in the pool area. - Cleaned up by operator.
Some leaves on the pool floor. Recommend vacuuming the pool prior to opening it up to the residents for swimming.
Permit issued.
No night swimming
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Skimmer baskets with debris. .2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction. - Corrected.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Label with pool phone number faded, no longer legible. .2530(f) Signage with legible letters providing dialing instructions, address of pool and pool telephone number shall be posted at the emergency phone. - Corrected. New label printed and put on the emergency phone sign.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
One of the soap dispensers in the men's restroom not functioning. .2526(j) Provide soap and soap dispenser, no glass, at each sink.
May 18, 2021 12 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Visit inspection conducted with Kimberlee Lucas. Due to COVID-19 precautions, inspection was not signed by the operator.
Pre-permit inspection did not pass. A $100 reinspection fee will need to be paid prior to scheduling reinspection. This can be done by calling our main office, 980-314-1620 and paying with a credit card.
Permit denied
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Contact Will Harrison (704) 507-6824 to schedule reinspection.
#12 · Pool maintenance: inlets and other fittings in place and in good repair −4
Feature fitting on zero entry pool floor missing. .2537(8) Fittings and/or face plates shall be replaced when damaged and kept in good repair. - Pre-permit item.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Outer rope on ring buoy heavily frayed. .2530(a) Provide USCG approved ring buoy with 45 foot throw rope at least 1/4 inch in diameter. - Pre-permit item.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Some chemicals stored in the pump room. .2534(2) Pools constructed after April 1, 2004 shall provide a separate room for chemical storage meeting Rule.2534.
Oct 14, 2020 20 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with Manny Amigon. Due to COVID-19 precautions, inspection was not signed by the operator.
Emergency phone number posted is for the office. Call Kings III to have call box set up so that 911 can call the call box if needed. Will return in 2 weeks to follow up.
Main drain and equalizer line covers expire April 2021. Replace with new, A112 approved drain covers and submit updated PDSC form to Environmental Health prior to expiration date.
Multiple days in a row where chlorine was 0, and pool was shocked to add chlorine. This happened a few times in the last few months. Ensure chlorine levels are maintained with an NSF approved chlorinator. Close pool if chlorinator is not functioning correctly.
Filter pressure close to 30 psi. Ensure pool is backwashed per manufacturer's instructions.
Little to no flow at far skimmers. Ensure skimmers are working per manufacturer's instructions.
Intent to suspend issued
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#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
No checks on the weekends. .2535(11) Provide record keeping including daily records of disinfectant residual, pH, drain cover/grate inspections, and pool water maintenance. Provide weekly recordings for cyanuric acid and total alkalinity weekly. - Intent to suspend item.
#7 · Pool maintenance: pool walls and floor kept clean, free of debris and in good repair −4
Heavy buildup on tiles, depth markers not easily readable. .2537(14) Keep pool surface and pool floor free of debris. - Intent to suspend item.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
Skimmers with debris. .2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction. - Intent to suspend item.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
All 3 ladders loose. .2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Sections of fencing as short as 46.5" high. .2528(a) Pool fence shall be at least 48" in height measured from outside of barrier. - Intent to suspend item.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Light burned out in the pump room. .2533(b) Provide sufficient lighting in pump room.
Leak in the pump room. .2533(d) Pump room floor shall be kept dry and free of standing water.
Apr 14, 2020 20 demerits · 6 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection conducted with Kimberlee Lucas. Due to COVID-19 precautions. inspection was not signed by the operator.
23) pool with salt and erosion chlorine systems installed. Salt system no longer works. On last visit operator had to shock the pool to correct chlorine level. Ensure that erosion chlorinator is properly sized for this pool.
Styrofoam ring buoy in chemical storage room not US Coast Guard approved. Recommend removing.
Gates with handles that stick out. Recommend removing handles as they create a foothold.
Intent to suspend issued.
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“Inspection completed by this department does not negate closure required by Executive Order No. 120 or subsequent Orders in
effect unless such Orders are rescinded or superseded by another applicable Order.”
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Operator out of cyanuric acid reagent. .2535(10) Provide test kit capable of measuring disinfectant level, cyanuric acid and total alkalinity. - Intent to suspend item.
No total alkalinity or cyanuric acid checks for the last few months. .2535(11) Provide record keeping including daily records of disinfectant residual, pH, drain cover/grate inspections, and pool water maintenance. Provide weekly recordings for cyanuric acid and total alkalinity weekly. - Intent to suspend item.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
2 of 5 skimmers not functioning. .2518(k) The flow-through rate through any one recessed automatic surface skimmer shall be between 20 gallons per minute and the maximum flow the skimmer is certified for under NSF Standard Number 50.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Both ladders loose, one ladder missing endcap. .2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Deck chair too close to pool edge. .2522(a) Provide 6 ft of clear walking space around the pool at all times. Corrected by operator.
#24 · Equipment room: approved pump, filter, and flow meter operating properly −4
Electronic flow meter not functioning. .2518(g) Keep flow meter operational. - Intent to suspend item.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
Both faucets loose in the men's restroom. .2526(m) Keep restrooms and fixtures clean and in good repair.
Jul 31, 2019 6 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Pool with some algae issues, was recently shocked to deal with the algae. Low flow in the skimmers. Ensure proper turnover and proper water chemistry and brush pool regularly to help maintain pool free of algae.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Most ladders loose. Maintain secure and in good condition.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Light in pump room burned out. .2533(b) Provide sufficient lighting in pump room.
#26 · Equipment room: valves and pipes identified by color codes or labels −2
Labelling for main drains worn off. .2518(d) Piping and valves shall be labeled with color codes or labels.
May 24, 2019 8 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Styrofoam ring buoy in chemical storage room not US Coast Guard approved. Recommend removing.
Gates with handles that stick out. Will follow up on next inspection to ensure they meet requirements.
Permit issued with the following conditions.
No Night Swimming.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
One weir missing. .2518(k) Replace missing weirs. Corrected by operator.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladders loose. .2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
One faucet not secured in men's restroom. .2626(m) Keep restrooms and fixtures clean and in good repair.
Oct 30, 2018 28 demerits · 8 violations
Inspector comments: 23 - General Comment - Pool is equipped with two salt systems. Swimming pool is not approved for primary chlorination through salt system. Must go through approved chlorinator. Salt system is only capable of producing 2.9 lbs per 24 hours for both. Required 3 lbs per 10,000 gallons per 24 hours.
Note: Glass bulb in light above emergency phone. No glass on pool deck.
Intent to Suspend issued for record keeping, skimmer weir, gate issues, storage of chemicals, deck damage.
#5 · Water quality: daily written records of water quality and test kit kept on site −4
Records not maintained. CPO required to maintain chlorine, pH, and main drain checks in log book daily. Record cyanuric acid and alkalinity weekly. Intent to Suspend issued.
.2535(11) Provide record keeping including daily records of disinfectant residual, pH, drain cover/grate inspections, pool water maintenance, and temperature, if applicable. Provide weekly recordings for cyanuric acid and total alkalinity weekly.
#8 · Pool maintenance: surface skimmers (with weirs, baskets and covers) or gutters clean, in good repair, and functioning properly, no floating debris −4
One weir missing from skimmer and baskets with some debris. Replace weir and keep skimmers clean. Intent to Suspend issued.
.2518(k) Replace missing weirs.
.2518(k) Keep skimmers free of debris so skimmers are capable of operating per manufacturer instruction.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
One ladder missing end cap. Replace missing end cap.
.2521 Install ladders per manufacturer instructions.
#15 · Premises: body hook and ring buoy with throw rope or lifeguard with rescue tube provided and properly located −6
Ring buoy rope crumbling due to weathering. Provide a 45 ft rope. Operator took rope from sister property whose permit is already suspended. Corrected during the inspection. An immediate suspension has been issued for rope at other property.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
One gate with latching mechanism broken. Intent to Suspend issued. .2537(b) All gates and doors shall be self-closing, self-latching.
One gate with damage to picket, >4" between. Intent to Suspend issued. .2528(a) Provide no openings in fence and/or gate greater than 4"x4".
All gates with magna-latches and protrusion of latch at 36" in height measured from ground. Desks located next to fence area as storage. Eliminate footholds. Intent to Suspend issued. .2528(a) Maintain 45" between bottom horizontal and next horizontal on fence and/or gate (post-May 2010).
#17 · Premises: decks unobstructed, properly drained, free of trip hazards −4
Some deck damage near pump room where deck has chipped out. Intent to Suspend issued. .2537(2) Decks shall be kept free of trip hazards or offsets greater than 1/2" due to deterioration or changes from original deck profile.
One lounge chair at 4 1/2 ft from pool edge.
.2522(a) Provide 6 ft of clear walking space around the pool at all times.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Liquid chemicals stored over dry chemicals in chemical storage room. Intent to Suspend issued.
.2534(5) Chemicals shall be stored as to prevent a reaction and permit for easy clean-up.
Light burnt out in pump room.
.2533(b) Provide sufficient lighting in pump room.
#29 · Dressing and sanitary facilities: required fixtures provided, clean, and in good repair −2
One restroom without toilet paper in women's. Men's not viewed at time of inspection.
.2626(l) Provide toilet paper and dispensers in restrooms.
Mirrors could not be verified as shatterproof at time of inspection.
.2626(k) Provide shatterproof mirrors.
Jun 6, 2018 20 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: 29) Received documentation that newly installed mirrors in restrooms have safety backing tape.
Annual pool with posted hours of 10AM - 8PM, this is after dusk for part of the year. Pool not currently permitted for night swimming. Either change pool hours to reflect there is no night swimming or schedule a night swimming inspection to be open at night.
Autofill on, water above the level of the overflow. Recommend adjusting the autofill.
Low flow in the far skimmers. Recommend throttling main drains or some of the skimmers closer to the pump room and/or cleaning the lines to ensure more equal flow through the pool.
State permit will be available on our website in 3-5 business days. Please print a copy to post in the pool area.
Permit issued with the following conditions:
Maintain windows from clubhouse to the pool deck such that they do not open more than 4 inches.
No Night Swimming
If keyfob system reinstalled, ensure no footholds < 45" high, obtain required Code Enforcement permits, provide battery backup.
#6 · Submerged suction outlets meet ASME/ANSI A112.19.8-2007. Single drains protected. (.2537, .2539) GPM= ____Field verification complete=____ −6
PDSC form on file does not match what is installed. Updated PDSC form filled out and approved while onsite.
Vacuum plugs in place do not meet requirements. Pool built after May 2010. Provide self-closing vacuum caps. Corrected by operator.
#11 · Pool maintenance: diving equipment, ladders, steps and handrails properly placed, in good repair −2
Ladders loose or missing endcaps. Maintain secure and in good condition.
#16 · Premises: fence or barrier with self-closing, self-latching gates properly constructed and maintained −4
Section of fence at top of retaining wall < 48" high. Corrected by operator.
Back gate not self-closing. Corrected by operator.
#22 · Premises: emergency telephone provided −6
Incorrect phone number posted. Corrected by operator.
911 has correct address, Kings III has 9840 Long Creek Club Dr. Ensure that Kings III and 911 have correct address. Corrected.
#25 · Equipment room: equipment and chemicals kept in a dry, well-ventilated enclosure −2
Light not working in pump room. Provide lighting.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “CASCADES AT NORTHLAKE” or State ID 2060530458). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.